Head-to-head comparison
Blubrry vs RSS.com
Two of the hosting tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
Veteran host with reliable IAB-certified stats and WordPress integration.
Best for: WordPress podcasters
Genuinely free podcast hosting that monetizes through ads and premium upgrades.
Best for: Free-tier hosting
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
Blubrry
Pros
- Strongest WordPress plugin (PowerPress)
- IAB-certified stats trusted by sponsors
- Unlimited bandwidth on every plan
Watch-outs
- Dated interface compared to newer hosts
- Advanced analytics cost $10/mo extra
- Storage caps force tier jumps on weekly shows
RSS.com
Pros
- Free tier with unlimited episodes, no time limit
- Auto-distribution to major directories
- AI transcription included
Watch-outs
- Monetization shallower than Acast
- Interface less polished than rivals
- Premium upsells throughout the UI
Which one should you pick?
Pick Blubrry if
You’re building around wordpress podcasters. Blubrry has been doing this since 2005, and the IAB-certified stats plus the PowerPress WordPress plugin still make it the natural pick for WordPress-based shows. The interface feels its age, and analytics now cost extra on top of hosting — annoying in a market where Buzzsprout includes them.
Pick RSS.com if
You’re building around free-tier hosting. RSS.com is one of the few hosts whose free tier is actually usable as a permanent home — unlimited episodes and no time limit beats Buzzsprout's 90-day window outright.
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Frequently asked
What does Blubrry do better than RSS.com?
Blubrry's standout is "Strongest WordPress plugin (PowerPress)". RSS.com doesn't make that promise — it leans into "Free tier with unlimited episodes, no time limit" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick Blubrry; if the second does, pick RSS.com.
What are the trade-offs?
Blubrry: dated interface compared to newer hosts. RSS.com: monetization shallower than acast. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Do they support the same platforms?
RSS.com works on iOS, Android where Blubrry doesn't. If you're on a specific OS or device, that may decide for you.
Can I use Blubrry and RSS.com together?
Both are hosting tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using Blubrry for one show or episode type and RSS.com for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.